Spaghetti vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between spaghetti and chicken sandwich
- Spaghetti has more selenium, while chicken sandwich has more vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B1, iron, and vitamin E.
- Chicken sandwich covers your daily need for vitamin B3, 46% more than spaghetti.
- The amount of sodium in spaghetti is lower.
- Spaghetti has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of spaghetti is 49, while the glycemic index of chicken sandwich is 74.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pasta, cooked, unenriched, without added salt and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more CopperCopper | +49.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +47% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +728.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +456.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +254% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +19.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +219% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3916.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1050% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1830% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +971.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +681.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +571.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +451.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.8 g
Fats:
0.93 g
Carbs:
30.86 g
Water:
62.13 g
Other:
0.28 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +47.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +180.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1103.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +864.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.176 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.131 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.326 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3320.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +874.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
26.01 g
Sucrose:
0.09 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.03 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.4 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +57.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1177.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1875% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +3133.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +82.5% |
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Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 7.72mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 753mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 0.383mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.112mg | 1.2mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.3mg | 22% |
| Protein | 5.8g | 16.28g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.326g | 3.177g | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.23mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 58mg | 185mg | 18% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 1.77mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 2.41mg | 16% |
| Fats | 0.93g | 11.19g | 16% |
| Selenium | 26.4µg | 19.9µg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.131g | 4.481g | 11% |
| Folate | 7µg | 47µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.176g | 2.123g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8.5µg | 7% |
| Potassium | 44mg | 245mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.13µg | 5% |
| Choline | 6.4mg | 35.3mg | 5% |
| Calories | 158kcal | 250kcal | 5% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 58mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.067mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.219mg | 4% |
| Starch | 26.01g | 16.5g | 4% |
| Carbs | 30.86g | 20.89g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 1.4g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.51mg | 0.61mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.03g | 0.97g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.06g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.56g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.206mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.44mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.297mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.262mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.024g | 0.197g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
3%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spaghetti is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spaghetti is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spaghetti contains less Sodium (difference - 752mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spaghetti is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.947g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spaghetti is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins